Overview

• Inter announced the deadline-day loan and said the deal includes an option that becomes an obligation if conditions are met.
• The Manchester Evening News reports the clause converts at €15 million if Inter win Serie A and Akanji appears in at least 50% of league matches.
• Akanji had fallen down Pep Guardiola’s pecking order at the start of the season, missing recent matchday squads.
• City had been working to reduce their non-homegrown count for UEFA registration, and Akanji’s exit contributes to that balance.
• Inter sought defensive reinforcement following a 2-1 league loss to Udinese, with Akanji offering center-back depth and fullback versatility.